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AJ12 DHM

2012 Audi A3

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

103,254 mi
Last recorded103,254 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A376,946 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ12 DHM
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 103,254 miles

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 30 Mar 2026 103,254 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2025 95,753 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 88,615 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 79,695 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 72,116 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2021 63,645 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

middle exhaust bracket damaged

under shields fitted

Pass 16 Apr 2020 57,595 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres sidewalls perished wearing on inner edges dot codes 3214 (5.2.3 (e))

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some items

Pass 16 Apr 2019 52,223 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 46,483 miles

undertrays fitted obscuring some underneath components

Pass 11 May 2017 40,709 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 9 May 2017 40,708 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Apr 2016 32,831 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 28,776 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A3?

Based on 7,415,025 MOT tests across 593,922 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
7,083
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
593,922
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 173,142
Stop lamp not working 65,421
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 58,420
Registration plate lamp not working 52,417
coil spring broken 45,761
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AJ12 DHM is a 2012 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2012 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 76,946 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 173,142 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AJ12 DHM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A3 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 14 years old, this Audi A3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AJ12 DHM registered?

AJ12 DHM is a 2012 Audi A3, first registered on 15 May 2012.

Is AJ12 DHM safe to buy?

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